An expansion gap is an essential part of installing a bamboo or wooden floor. It allows the planks of bamboo to naturally expand and contract without causing them any damage or distortion. Continue reading
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How do I cover an expansion gap?
An expansion gap is an integral part of fitting your bamboo floor. Any professional floor fitter will know why and how you need to leave the gap. It simply allows your bamboo floor to expand, contract and move naturally with changes in the atmosphere. Continue reading
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Will my Bamboo floor need an expansion gap?
Yes, your bamboo floor will need an expansion gap. This allows for the planks of bamboo to naturally expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. If you do not have an expansion gap, your bamboo floor could start to crack and lift up. Finally, once the floor has been fitted, you will cover gaps with bamboo flooring accessories.
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Why has my bamboo floor lifted up?
The most likely cause of your bamboo flooring lifting up is that it was not fitted correctly. Bamboo floors will naturally expand and contract with fluctuations in temperature and humidity and if the correct size expansion gap has not been left around the perimeter of the room, the floor will have no space to move and will therefore start to lift up. Continue reading
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Problems with Bamboo Flooring: No expansion gap
When you are fitting bamboo flooring, an expansion gap of at least 10mm needs to be left around the perimeter of the room, including doorways and fireplaces. Continue reading
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Does bamboo flooring need an expansion gap?
Yes, bamboo flooring requires an expansion gap to allow for the planks of flooring to naturally expand and contract without causing any damage or distortion. Continue reading
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